Unlike the other Cycladic Islands, Paros preserves its traditional culture including festivals and customs. It's one of the best reasons why half a million of visitors travel to Paros each year. If you want to explore the culture and the rich heritage of Paros, you must not miss the most significant Paros festivals held yearly. What are the most important and vibrant festivals Paros celebrate? When are they celebrated? Who are the participants? Which village can we call home for the rest of our trip? Among which Paros Hotels should we stay at? Together, let's all discover the colorful culture and festivals in Paros!
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| Kalypso Hotel and Apartments offers a spacious room with your own kitchen for your convenience. |
Festival at the Park
Date of Celebration: June to September
One of the best summer musicals that you'll attend in your life only is seen in the Municipality of Paros. Started back in 2009, the Festival at the Park aim to promote local and international music artists. Second, to promote the rich culture and volunteerism among the locals and tourists of Paros. The Festival at the Park held at the Archilochus outdoor amphitheater. It hosts at least 20 meaningful and colorful events that trigger the mission of the festival, to promote the talents and culture of Paros.
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| A fun night in a month's long celebration of Festival at the Park! |
Festival of Karavolas at Lefkes
Date of Celebration: 1st Saturday after August 15
The hilliest side of Paros, Lefkes celebrates the Karavolas Festival to show their love for Karavolas snails. Snails? Seriously? Yes! The Festival of Karavolas is one f the biggest feasts celebrated in Paros. The preparation starts a week before the actual date of the festival. The festival include cultural performances such as group dancing and snail dinner! The volunteers prepare dinner for everybody. And what's in the Menu? The mouth-watering Karavolas sautéed in garlic sauce with baked potato on the side of the platter. The Karavola snail dish is best partnered with local wine and cheese. And a lot of local wine!
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| The youth of Paros gathered together to perform a special cultural dance at the Karavolas Festival. |
Fish Festival at Naoussa
Date of Celebration: 1st Sunday of July
Celebrated during the first Sunday of July, the Naoussa Fish Festival attracts many tourists every year. Old fishermen in Naoussa port named this festival to attract tourists in the little town of Naoussa. Since the early years of 70's, fishermen tie their boats together at the Mandraki port to show their solidarity. They prepare fresh seafood meals and dried fish to offer to the visitors. They even let the tourists taste the local wine and souma (local spirit) as a sign of generosity. Local musicians and bands attend the Fish Festival every year. If you want to join the festival and you haven't found yet a cozy Naoussa Paros accommodation, we have the answer to your problem.
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| A must visit celebration in Naoussa village: The Fish Festival |
The Kalypso Hotel in Paros is in the center of town in Naoussa. It appears as a little haven for beach lovers because the Agioi Anargyroi sits in front of the hotel. Kalypso Hotel staffs are as hospitable as the rest of the Greeks are. They will be glad assisting you in any of your needs or questions about the island. Indeed, it is one of the best and elegant Paros Hotels you can see on the island!
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| Kalypso Hotel in Paros offers a calm beach view from its room's veranda. |
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